This one sentance was interesting: But despite its long history, it was also reported that the Explorer has struck trouble before in Antarctica, running aground on rocks off Weincke Island in December 1979.

News regarding travel and tourism. Please post short fair-use quotations and links to the sources of the stories. Then tell us your opinions about the news, posting additional sources is encouraged in follow ups.

Passenger forcibly removed from overbooked flight by RoostaUnited Airlines forcibly removed a passenger who refused to give up his seat to an airline employee. The passenger was injured and subsequently required hospitalization. The incident has since gone viral and triggered a public backlash.

Myanmar/Burma Visa Application by Occasionally BobHas anyone got recent experience of applying for a Burmese visa? If so, when and where did you apply? Were there any complications with getting the visa? How much did it cost? How long is it valid for?

Air BnB, VRBO, Home Away.... Rentals? by D MJ BinkleyHave you ever experienced any negative problems with renting a property from one of these organizations?
I would also like to hear your really positive experiences or any particular apartment in a particular city that you highly recommend.